Cathay Pacific further confirms that seven passengers and two crew have sustained minor injuries and are now being treated in hospital. A team of Cathay Pacific staff is on its way to Shanghai Pudong International Airport to provide support to the passengers, crew and families.

The airline is making arrangements to fly the remaining passengers involved onwards to their destinations. These include mounting an additional flight and upgrading a scheduled flight with a bigger aircraft which will provide additional seats. Further arrangements will be made as required.

At this stage our priority is the welfare of our passengers and crew. Families of the passengers and crew are advised to contact the Cathay Pacific hotlines: